They overdo it, get sore and quit. It's too much too fast and too hard. The best kind of exercise is the kind you'll do and keep doing because it works. Don't make the boot camp mistake or go to the gym and work out too hard when you are just starting out.
Qi Gong is a 4,000 year old discipline that is gentle on the body. Lee Holden is a gifted teacher and this DVD is well-suited to beginners because it has short AM and PM workouts that are only 7 minutes long. It also includes longer workouts when you are ready to go to the next level.
To stay motivated you need more energy, Qi Gong focuses on raising your energy levels and increasing your flexibility and strength.